2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 982 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Spider | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
